June 3, 2018 was the first official World Bicycle Day. I hope you celebrated by going out for a ride. As bicycling season is officially underway, here are some tips to ride safely:
1. Be seen: Wear reflective and bright colored clothing when riding. Be sure that you have lights and/or reflectors on the front and back of your bike if you are riding at dusk or at night.
2. Be predictable: Stay in your lane when riding. Use hand signals when switching lanes, and signal with a bell or horn when passing a pedestrian. Be courteous of others while on a shared use path.
3. Follow the Rules of the Road: When riding on streets, bicycles must follow the rules of the road. This includes stopping at all marked intersections (such as stop signs).
Take the Bike Illinois bicycle safety quiz to learn more about riding safely on the roads.
